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2026–27 Board of Directors and Extended Board

We proudly present our Board of Directors and Extended Board for the 2026–27 term.

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15th Meeting of the Term and Presidential Collar Handover

On 11 June 2026, we held our club’s 881st meeting — the 15th of our term. At the meeting, our Club President looked back on the projects and events we carried out throughout the term, letting us relive its memories and…

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Memories from the Once Upon a Time Conference

At the Rotaract Club of Mersin, we brought together our unforgettable memories from the conference. With this special video, we got to relive the unique energy, friendships and excitement of the Once Upon a Time…

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Handover Ceremony: From Deniz Zeka to Simay Ünlü

As we leave behind a term in which we united for good, grew through friendship and gathered countless beautiful memories together, we are excitedly taking the first steps into a brand-new term in which we will create…

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14th Meeting of the Term: Vocational Service Awards

On 21 May 2026, we held our club's 880th meeting, the 14th of our term, with great excitement and joy. At this special meeting, we had the honour of presenting our Vocational Service Awards to painter Ahmet Yeşil,…

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Mother’s Day Self-Care Event — Yardım ve İyilik Foundation

On 8 May 2026, as part of Mother’s Day, we held a meaningful and enjoyable self-care event at the Yardım ve İyilik Vakfı (Aid and Kindness Foundation). With the contributions of our valued hairstylist Zeki Özbek and his…

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37th Rotaract Conference — Awards and Collar Handover

On the second day of the 37th Rotaract Conference, also known as the “Once Upon a Time Conference”, the proud moments kept coming. While our President Deniz Zeka continued to receive awards, Simay Ünlü made our club…

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“Once Upon a Time” District Conference Gala Night

Gala night of the “Bir Zamanlar” (Once Upon a Time) District Conference

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37th Rotaract Conference — Awards and the Neverland Party

On the first day of the 37th Rotaract Conference, also known as the “Once Upon a Time Conference”, we proudly received our awards and then joined the Neverland Party. As the Rotaract Club of Mersin, each of us looked as…

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37th Rotaract Conference and Presidential Collar Handover

The Rotaract Club of Mersin attended the 37th Rotaract Conference, also known as the “Once Upon a Conference”, hosted by the Ankara Tandoğan Rotaract Club on 1–3 May. Our club was one of the two clubs with the highest…

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“Seksenler” Project

On 15 April 2026, we carried out our “Seksenler” project together with the Women and Family Services Department of Mersin Metropolitan Municipality. We spent a joyful, fun-filled day with our valued elders, whose life…

13th Meeting of the Term — Guest: 2005–06 Club President Ender Önal

On 9 April 2026, we held our club’s 879th meeting — the 13th of our term — with great excitement and high energy. Our guest speaker, 2005–06 Club President Ender Önal, shared with great enthusiasm and sincerity how they…

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Touch the Paws — Visit to the Yenişehir Animal Shelter

On 4 April, World Stray Animals Day, we didn't just talk about kindness — we touched it. We visited the Yenişehir Municipality Temporary Animal Shelter and Rehabilitation Center to leave small but meaningful marks on…

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7 Books in 7 Areas of Focus — Step 5: Water, Sanitation and Hygiene

In the fifth step of our 7 Books in 7 Areas of Focus project, under the Water, Sanitation and Hygiene area of focus, we read The Sailor Who Fell from Grace with the Sea, guided by Yukio Mishima’s powerful storytelling.…

Asamble Royal: Flag Ceremony, Old Money Party and Training

We witnessed thrilling moments at the magnificent flag ceremony of the 38th Rotaract Assembly, also known as Asamble Royal, and attended the Old Money themed party on the evening of the first day. On the second day, we…

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38th Rotaract District Assembly: Asamble Royal

The Rotaract Club of Mersin attended the 38th Rotaract Assembly, also known as Asamble Royal, hosted by the Rotaract Club of Ankara Koru on 13–15 March, with 17 of our members. At the Assembly, the following took part…

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38th Rotaract Assembly (Asamble Royal) — Ankara

The Rotaract Club of Mersin attended the 38th Rotaract Assembly, also known as Asamble Royal, hosted by the Ankara Koru Rotaract Club on 13–15 March, with 17 of our members taking part. During the Assembly, the…

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11th Meeting of the Term — Guest: Dr. Arzu Doruk

On 11 March 2026, we held our club’s 877th meeting, the 11th of our term. At the meeting, we shared the latest updates on our ongoing projects and evaluated the work we have completed. Our guest speaker, our dear…

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5th Ocakbaşı Gathering of the Term — Hosted by Emre Güçlü

On 22 February 2026, we held the term’s 5th Ocakbaşı gathering, kindly hosted by our club member Emre Güçlü. We got the day off to a lovely start with warm conversation. We thank Emre Güçlü for his kind hospitality and…

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7 Books for 7 Areas of Focus — Step 4: The House with Wisteria

In the fourth step of our 7 Books for 7 Areas of Focus project, in keeping with the Disease Prevention and Treatment area of focus, we read Halide Edip Adıvar's The House with Wisteria (Mor Salkımlı Ev). We continue…

876th Meeting — President-elect’s Assembly and Two New Members

On 12 February 2026, we held our club’s 876th meeting, the 10th of our term, with great excitement. At the meeting, we shared the latest updates on our ongoing projects. Our President-elect, Simay Ünlü, held her club…

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7 Books for 7 Areas of Focus — Chronicle of a Death Foretold

We're back with the third step of our "7 Books for 7 Areas of Focus" project. This month, in line with the Maternal and Child Health area of focus, we read Gabriel García Márquez's Chronicle of a Death Foretold. We're…

2026–27 Theme Announced: Create Lasting Impact

RI President-elect Olayinka Hakeem Babalola has announced the theme for the 2026–27 term: Create Lasting Impact. In line with this inspiring theme, we are stepping into a term that aims to leave lasting marks not only…

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9th Meeting of the Term — Guest: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Cüneyt Tamam

On 15 January 2026, we held our club's 875th meeting, the 9th of our term. At the meeting, we shared the latest updates on our ongoing projects and reviewed the work we have completed. Our guest speaker, Assoc. Prof.…

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Presidents’ Midyear and Vice Presidents’ Meeting and YÜOP — Adana

On 10 January 2026, we attended the Presidents’ Midyear and Vice Presidents’ Meeting and YÜOP, hosted by the Rotaract Club of Adana. We sincerely thank everyone who contributed to this wonderful event: the Rotaract Club…

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Welcoming 2026 with District 2430

We welcomed 2026 together with our District 2430 Presidents and District Officers, sharing the happiness that comes from solidarity and togetherness. We sincerely thank the Ankara Anıttepe Rotaract Club for making this…

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Traditional New Year’s Visit to the Pediatric Oncology Service

On 30 December 2025, with our Traditional New Year’s Visit to the Pediatric Oncology Service, we shared in the New Year excitement of our little heroes at the Mersin University Hospital Pediatric Oncology Service. As we…

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4th Ocakbaşı Gathering of the Term — Hosted by Bilal Koç

On 20 December 2025, we held the 4th Ocakbaşı gathering of the term, graciously hosted by our club member Bilal Koç. While the sea view brought us peace, our conversations brought the night to life. We sincerely thank…

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7 Focuses, 7 Books — In the Land of White Lilies

We took the second step of our “7 Focuses, 7 Books” project. This month, in line with the Peacebuilding and Conflict Prevention area of focus, we read Grigory Petrov’s “In the Land of White Lilies”. We are continuing to…

4th Group Clubs' DRR Visit and Joint Meeting

On 6 December 2025, together with the Rotaract Club of Tarsus, we had the pleasure of hosting the 4th Group Clubs' DRR Visit and Joint Meeting. Our club's 874th meeting, the 8th of the term, was held with our esteemed…

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Let's Get to Know the Rotaract Club of Mersin

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One Day for All — Mind & Body Defence Workshop

As the Rotaract Club of Mersin, we are proud to contribute to the international “One Day for All – Global Action for Violence Against Women” initiative, held for the International Day for the Elimination of Violence…

One Day for All — Mind & Body Defence Workshop

As part of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, we at the Rotaract Club of Mersin are proud to have contributed to the global "One Day for All – Global Action for Violence Against Women"…

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One Day for All — Mind & Body Defence Workshop

As part of the One Day for All – Global Action Against Violence on Women initiative, the Rotaract Club of Mersin held a free Mind & Body Defence Workshop, open to all, at a local shopping mall on 29 November. The event…

World Olive Tree Day — “Olive Encyclopedia” Webinar

Join us on 26 November, World Olive Tree Day! As the Efes, Tarabya and Mersin Rotaract Clubs, we are hosting a special webinar as part of our “Zeytin Ansiklopedisi” (Olive Encyclopedia) project, where we will talk about…

Olive Encyclopedia Project Launch Meeting

On 26 November, together with our host clubs, the Efes Rotaract Club and the Rotaract Club of Mersin, we held the launch meeting of the Olive Encyclopedia project (Under the Olive), one of the most valuable projects of…

World Children’s Rights Day (20 November)

20 November — World Children’s Rights Day Today, we remind ourselves once again to protect every child’s smile, hear their voice and value their dreams: children are not our future — they are our today. A safer, fairer…

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7 Books for 7 Areas of Focus — Momo

At our last meeting, we took the first steps of our "7 Books for 7 Areas of Focus" project. This month, in line with the Basic Education and Literacy area of focus, we discussed Michael Ende's Momo. We collected the…

Morning Zumba with the Girls at the Children's Homes

On 16 November 2025, the Rotaract Club of Mersin spent a wonderful morning with the girls at the Children's Homes complex, in collaboration with the Yenişehir Municipality Directorate of Women and Family Services! Led…

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Toros Rotaract Halloween Party

On 14 November 2025, we attended the Halloween Party hosted by the Toros Rotaract Club. The energy of the night was incredible, every little detail had been thoughtfully planned, and there were big smiles on everyone's…

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Joint Meeting with Mersin Rotary — In-Club Training by Rtn. Hakan Kunt

On 13 November 2025, we held our club’s 872nd meeting, the 6th of our term, jointly with the Rotary Club of Mersin’s 2517th meeting, the 16th of their term. Our guest speaker — our esteemed Past President (2019–20), our…

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10 November — Remembering Atatürk with Respect, Gratitude and Longing

As the Rotaract Club of Mersin, we commemorate the founder of our Republic, the Great Leader Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, with respect, gratitude and longing on the 87th anniversary of his passing. 10 November is not a…

Rotary Club of Mersin Republic Ball — 102nd Anniversary of the Republic

We joyfully celebrated the 102nd anniversary of our Republic at the magnificent Republic Ball organized by the Rotary Club of Mersin. In the light of the Republic, which our Great Leader Mustafa Kemal Atatürk called “my…

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Rotaract Club of Tarsus 7th Traditional Republic Breakfast

On 26 October 2025, the Rotaract Club of Mersin attended the 7th Traditional Republic Breakfast organised by the Rotaract Club of Tarsus. On this meaningful journey under the theme "Unite for Good", we came together not…

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3rd Ocakbaşı Gathering of the Term

On 25 October 2025, we held the 3rd Ocakbaşı gathering of the term, wonderfully hosted by our Treasurer Deniz Karlıer, our Vice President Simay Ünlü and her husband Tolga. Around a grill fire that never went out, we…

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Three-District Meeting: The Baklava-Flavoured Meeting

On 17–19 October, we soaked up the vibrant energy of the Three-District Meeting, also known as the "Baklava-Flavoured Meeting", organised by the Rotaract Club of Gaziantep Kavaklık! Over three days filled with warm…

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"Join Us" Stand at the International Street Artists Festival

The Rotaract Club of Mersin set up its "Join Us" stand at the 7th International Street Artists Festival! We shared with visitors what Rotary and Rotaract stand for, what we do, how we make an impact on the world, and…

7th International Mersin Kushimoto Street Artists Festival

We were at the 7th International Mersin Kushimoto Street Artists Festival, held on 11–12 October 2025 through the collaboration of the Rotary Club of Mersin and Mersin Yenişehir Municipality! For two vibrant days, we…

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870th Meeting — Guest: Bülent Halisdemir on Environment and Waste

On 8 October 2025, we held our club’s 870th meeting, the 4th of our term. We shared the latest updates on our ongoing projects and reflected on the work we have completed so far. Our guest speaker, Mr. Bülent…

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Book Donation to Şehit Cennet Yiğit High School

As the Rotaract and Rotary Clubs of Mersin, we continue to spread kindness. This time, together with Mr. Erhan Antalyalı, Culture Affairs Coordinator of Mezitli Municipality, we donated books to Şehit Cennet Yiğit High…

Positive Peace and Awareness Talk — Speaker: Arzu Alpagut

Positive Peace and Awareness Talk Peace is not just the absence of war; it is also a way of life built through awareness and solidarity. On 22 September 2025, we're meeting online with our distinguished speaker Arzu…

15% Member Discount at Grow Coffee Healthy Juice

15% off all products at Grow Coffee Healthy Juice, exclusively for Rotaract Club of Mersin members!

2nd Ocakbaşı Gathering of the Term — Hosted by Ayberk Bolat

On 14 September 2025, we held the 2nd Ocakbaşı gathering of our term, hosted by our Hobby Committee Chair, Ayberk Bolat. It was a delightful evening filled with warm conversations, laughter and lovely moments shared…

Beach Clean-up at Mersin Tennis Club

As the Rotaract Club of Mersin — together with the Rotary Club of Mersin, the Rotary Club of Adana, the Rotaract Club of Adana and the Mersin Rotary Rotakids, and with the participation of Aras, known on social media…

3rd Meeting of the Term — Guest: Sibel Furtana

On 11 September 2025, we held our club's 869th meeting, the 3rd of our term. At the meeting, we shared the latest updates on our projects and reviewed the work we have carried out. Our guest speaker, Sibel Furtana, gave…

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Rotary Club of Mersin's 53rd Anniversary Breakfast

We were delighted to attend the meaningful breakfast held at the Mersin Tennis Club to celebrate the 53rd anniversary of our founding club, the Rotary Club of Mersin. At this special gathering, filled with unity and…

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Beach Clean-up at Mersin Tennis Club

Together with the Rotary Club of Mersin, the Rotary Club of Adana, the Rotaract Club of Mersin, the Rotaract Club of Adana and the Mersin Rotary Rotakids — and with Aras, known on social media for “Takipçim Kadar Çöp…

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Visit to Yenişehir Mayor Abdullah Özyiğit

On 4 September 2025, we visited Abdullah Özyiğit, Mayor of Yenişehir, Mersin! As the Rotaract Club of Mersin, we had an inspiring and enjoyable conversation about the projects we will bring to life in the new term, in…

Group 4 and 10 Clubs Summer Joint Meeting

On 16 August 2025, we attended the Summer Joint Meeting of Group 4 and Group 10 Clubs, hosted by the Mersin Akdeniz Rotaract Club. Believing in the power of unity and fellowship, we united for good. We would like to…

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First Ocakbaşı Gathering of the Term: Boat Trip

On 3 August 2025, with the warm hospitality of our Mersin Rotaract Club President Deniz Zeka and Akdeniz Rotaract Club President Emre Özbozdağlı, we joyfully held the first Ocakbaşı gathering of our term! On a boat…

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Caretta Caretta Hatchlings' First Steps at Kazanlı Beach

The first steps of the caretta carettas On 26 July 2025, the Rotaract Club of Mersin joined the Rotary Club of Mersin, Rotary Club of Adana, Rotaract Club of Adana and Koza Rotary Club at Kazanlı Beach for a day that…

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The First Steps of the Caretta Carettas — Kazanlı Beach

The First Steps of the Caretta Carettas On 26 July 2025, the Rotaract Club of Mersin came together with the Mersin Rotary, Adana Rotary, Adana Rotaract and Koza Rotary Clubs at Kazanlı Beach for a day that touched both…

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“Ses Verenler” Project — Journalists and Press Day (24 July)

To mark Journalists and Press Day on 24 July, we carried out our “Ses Verenler” (Those Who Give a Voice) project to thank press workers, share our goodwill and support the media professionals who work day and night for…

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Journalists and Press Day (24 July)

24 July, Press Day Sometimes on a street, sometimes in the middle of a fire… Seeing what goes unseen, telling those who have not heard; Happy Press Day to everyone who puts their labor, sweat and heart behind the news.…

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Haircuts and Beard Trims at the Alzheimer Association Care Center

As the Rotaract Club of Mersin, we provided haircuts and beard trims for the male residents of the Alzheimer Association Mersin Branch Elderly Care Center. In this meaningful project, carried out together with the…

First Board Meeting of the Term

On 8 July 2025, we held the first board meeting of our term. We’re buzzing with excitement for the projects and events ahead! We wholeheartedly believe that, united for good, we will make this a term full of sincere…

2025–26 Term Opening at Anıtkabir and 1st Presidents' Meeting

On 5 July 2025, we proudly and excitedly stepped into the 2025–26 term by holding our term opening at Anıtkabir, in the presence of our Great Leader Mustafa Kemal Atatürk. With the motto “Unite for Good”, we're…

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Our 2025–26 Board of Directors

The Rotaract Club of Mersin is happy and excited to introduce our Board of Directors for the 2025–26 term. We wish our President Deniz Zeka and all our board members a bright and successful term ahead.

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The 2025–26 Term Begins

! As we set off on this new term with the motto “Unite for Good”, we're embarking on a fruitful journey in which we'll feel the power of genuine friendship, create together and grow together.

Extended Board for the 2025–26 Term

The Rotaract Club of Mersin is delighted and excited to share with you the members of our Extended Board for the 2025–26 term. We wish our Club President Deniz Zeka and all members of the Extended Board a bright and…

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